Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], July 17 (ANI): The lack of rainfall in Telangana has led to a significant surge in vegetable prices, affecting both consumers and vendors. The prices of essential vegetables, such as tomatoes, beans, and chillies, have increased substantially, causing difficulties for middle-class and low-income families.
The deficit in rainfall in Telangana has led to a decrease in local production, forcing traders to import vegetables from other states. However, these imports are often damaged due to rain in those regions. According to market reports, the prices of vegetables such as tomatoes, beans, and chillis have increased by 30-50% over the past few weeks.
Currently, as per the market report, Tomato prices are ₹30-40 per kg, up from ₹20 per kg in the past few months. Beans are currently priced at ₹90-100 per kg, a significant increase from ₹60-70 per kg, and Mirchi (Green Chillies) is priced at ₹100 per kg, up from ₹60-70 per kg.
Local vendors are struggling with reduced sales due to high prices. Customers are purchasing smaller quantities, which is affecting business operations.
Sataiah, a vegetable vendor, expressed concerns about the impact of high prices on his business. He said, “The prices have gone up, and the products aren’t coming. If it rains, there will be good production, or else the prices will shoot further.”
The rising prices are causing difficulties for consumers as well, especially those belonging to low-income groups. Sharath, a consumer, mentioned, “The prices have increased compared to 2-3 months ago. “Tomato was ₹20/kg, now it’s ₹30/kg. The prices of beans and other vegetables have also spiked.”
The situation is expected to improve if rainfall increases, resulting in improved crop production. Until then, consumers will likely continue to face high prices for vegetables.
As India grapples with the challenges posed by climate change and extreme weather events, stakeholders must prioritize resilience-building measures in the agricultural sector. Addressing infrastructure gaps and implementing sustainable farming practices are essential to mitigate the impact of climate variability on vegetable production and prices. (ANI)
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